Toadflax Stem Weevil vs Tumbling Flower Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Toadflax Stem Weevil | Tumbling Flower Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Mecinus janthinus | Mordella aculeata |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Curculionidae | Mordellidae |
| Size | 3-4 mm | 3-6 mm |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Meadows |
| Diet | Herbivores | Pollen Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Europe, North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Toadflax Stem Weevil
A dark metallic blue-purple weevil that feeds on toadflax species. Successfully used as a biological control agent for invasive Dalmatian toadflax in North America.
Did You Know?
Released in North America as biological control, where it has successfully suppressed invasive Dalmatian toadflax.
Tumbling Flower Beetle
A small, humpbacked beetle that tumbles erratically when disturbed. Adults are commonly found on flowers where they feed on pollen.
Did You Know?
Their pointed abdomen extends beyond the elytra, giving them a distinctive wedge shape.